Jonathan Panikoff

Rory Miller, professor at Georgetown Qatar who studies Gulf states, Sydney Laite, former senior intelligence analyst on Iran, and Jonathan Panikoff, Atlantic Council Middle East security director, unpack strategic motivations behind U.S.-Israeli strikes and how aims may diverge. They discuss Iran's institutional resilience and succession, proxy and missile strategies, and how Gulf states are responding and coordinating under pressure.

Jonathan Panikoff, Director of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council, discusses Donald Trump's unexpected ceasefire in the Israel-Iran conflict. He delves into Iran's motivations following recent missile attacks on U.S. bases, questioning the sustainability of peace. The conversation explores Israel's military strategies to counter Iranian threats and the complexities of diplomatic relations. Panikoff emphasizes the fragile nature of the ceasefire and its broader implications for regional stability amid changing global alliances.

Jonathan Panikoff, Director of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council, dives into the complexities of recent peace efforts. He discusses Trump’s declaration that the war is over and how the recent hostage deal influences this claim. Panikoff analyzes the mixed reactions in Israel and the diplomatic maneuvers that enabled the hostage release. He also explores the sustainability of the ceasefire and outlines what international leaders must prioritize moving forward, including humanitarian aid and security in Gaza.

Jonathan Panikoff, director of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative and Middle East security analyst, breaks down Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz and its leverage over global oil. He outlines Iran’s remaining naval, missile, drone and asymmetric capabilities. He explains why Iran seeks to end fighting on its own terms and what that means for regional escalation.

In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Panikoff, Director of the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative and a veteran of the U.S. intelligence community, dives into the complexities of the Middle East. He analyzes Iran's nuclear challenges and the precarious situation in Gaza, highlighting Hamas operatives' recent arrests. The conversation also touches on Ireland's controversial legislation against Israeli imports and explores shifting power dynamics in the region, including the implications of U.S. and Israeli military strategies.